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American Perfekt

"The Road to Hell is Paved with Good Intentions"

June 11, 1997 1h 40m 6.3/10 (22 votes)

Originally released in 1997. American Perfekt is a thriller/drama film. directed by Paul Chart.

Starring Amanda Plummer, Robert Forster, and David Thewlis

Synopsis

Criminal psychiatrist, Jake Nyman is taking a much needed vacation from responsibility. An experimental road trip during which ever decision will be made on a flip of a coin. Meanwhile, Sandra Thomas, disenchanted professional, is en route to pick up her flunked out sister, Alice, at a cheap motel before continuing on to visit their ailing mother. After being forced off the road by a mysterious assailant, however, Sandra is picked up by Jake, who's coin flipping amoral attitude quickly excites her own desire to break a few rules. Or worse. Jake and Sandra's romance is soon driven by chance acts of crime and kindness, all governed by the flip of a coin - at least until Sandra mysteriously disappears and Jake unwittingly picks up her suspicious sister, Alice ...

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 11, 1997 28 years ago
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Runtime 1h 40m 100 minutes total
User Rating 6.3/10 Good (22 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Destiny Entertainment
  • Millennium Media

Frequently Asked Questions

What is American Perfekt about?

Criminal psychiatrist, Jake Nyman is taking a much needed vacation from responsibility. An experimental road trip during which ever decision will be made on a flip of a coin. Meanwhile, Sandra Thom...

Who directed American Perfekt?

American Perfekt was directed by Paul Chart.

How long is American Perfekt?

American Perfekt has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).

When was American Perfekt released?

American Perfekt was released on June 11, 1997 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in American Perfekt?

The main cast of American Perfekt includes Amanda Plummer, Robert Forster, David Thewlis, Fairuza Balk, Paul Sorvino.